Picking signals from the noise and weaving them into an investment strategy needs triangulated data, expert feedback, and a bird’s eye view of the ecosystem.
Achieving systemic impact requires a deep understanding of the interconnected roots of global inequalities. Progress on health, climate, and equity does not follow a linear path. It will be enabled by collective tipping points.
Common Thread Consultancy combines triangulated data, expert perspectives and a bird's-eye view of the ecosystem to help organisations make informed, intentional investments.
We help partners understand what works, design for transformation, track progress and uncover real-world insights that AI alone cannot provide.
Explore our publicationsAdvisory services for philanthropies, impact investors, multilaterals and sovereign donors advancing climate, health and social outcomes.
Build the evidence base, identify opportunities and shape investments for long-term change.
Turn ambitious plans into effective programmes with practical, independent support.
Strengthen the capabilities, tools, and ways of working that help impact endure.
Explore collaborative research and insights bringing together global health, climate, and social equity.
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Founder & Director
Corina founded Common Thread Consultancy to help drive meaningful, informed action on climate change, human rights, and global health.
With over fifteen years of experience, Corina brings a deep commitment to social justice to every research and advisory role.
Her experience spans philanthropy and engagement with governments, academia, UN agencies and NGO partners, informed by a belief that systems change must be cross-sectoral and rooted in freedom, democracy, and equity.
Alongside her consultancy work, Corina serves on the board of First Steps Nutrition Trust, a UK-based infant nutrition advocacy organisation. She previously spent 8.5 years at the Children's Investment Fund Foundation and has a leadership role at Nutrition International. She has an MSc in Global Governance and Ethics from University College London.
Connect with CorinaOur logo is inspired by a motif frequently used in East European embroidery called “Hands on hips”, as well as the ancient female figurines from the Cucuteni–Trypillia culture.
The two side spirals evoke the female hands on hips, the ultimate power pose. The same motif has been used for thousands of years on Turkish kilims (tapestry-woven carpets), where it is known as elibelinde. It is thought to have originated from the shapes and style of ancient female figurines.
The Cucuteni–Trypillia culture was one of the earliest civilisations in Europe, and archaeologist Marija Gimbutas proposed that it may have been a society centred on the worship of an earthy mother goddess. Figurines from that era often feature lozenges (see the one on the right).
Symbols are, and always have been, a powerful cultural force: linking people across countries, languages, and geographies, and helping us remember and appreciate universal values.
Working through a complex challenge or looking for a fresh perspective? We'd love to hear what you're working on and see how we can support. We're always open to collaborating with others to advance social and climate justice so let's talk.
